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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Demonstrate understanding of medical gas equipment and systems 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
246488  Demonstrate understanding of medical gas equipment and systems 
ORIGINATOR
Chemical Industries SGB 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Engineering and Related Design 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 3  NQF Level 03  6 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
Learners who demonstrate competence as described in the outcomes of this unit standard will be able to demonstrate understanding of basic medical gas system equipment.

The qualifying learner is able to:
  • Describe typical medical gas system installation equipment and configurations.
  • Describe different medical gas storage and supply equipment and configurations.
  • Describe different medical gas delivery and control equipment and systems.
  • Describe different medical gas applications.

    This unit standard will contribute to the full development of any learner within the gas installations environment, by providing recognition, further mobility and transportability within the field. The knowledge, skills and understanding demonstrated in this unit standard are essential for upliftment, social and economic transformation in the gas installation environment. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this unit standard will have demonstrated competence against communication and mathematical literacy at NQF Level 2 or equivalent. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The context of this unit standard assumes an existing or new medical gas installation site. The scope of this unit standard includes one of the following installation types, but is not limited to:
  • Utility air systems.
  • Medical air systems.
  • Oxygen/oxygen enriched systems.
  • Anaesthetic gas systems.
  • Vacuum systems.

    Range statements, which are applicable to the Unit Standard title, Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria are found beneath the applicable assessment criteria. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Describe typical medical gas system installation equipment and configurations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The different types and applications of medical gas installations and their associated gas types are listed based on a wide range of South African installations. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Gas types include utility air, medical air, oxygen, anaesthetic gas mixtures and vacuum.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The layout of different medical gas systems are described based on typical installations and accepted industry terminology. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Components of typical medical gas installations are identified using accepted industry terminology. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Material selection considerations for typical medical gas installations are described in terms of both safety and fit for purpose considerations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The functioning of typical medical gas installations and the role of each of the individual components in the system are explained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Describe different medical gas storage and supply equipment and configurations. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Storage and supply systems should include but is not limited to compressor systems, cylinder banks, manifolds, filters, shut-off valves, vacuum systems and gas conditioning (e.g. drying, cooling) systems. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The components of medical gas storage and supply systems are identified using industry terminology. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Basic working principles of typical medical gas storage and supply systems are described by using scientific principles. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Different medical gas storage and supply system configurations are described with the assistance of freehand drawings. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The advantages and disadvantages of different medical gas storage and supply configurations are explained based on industry case studies and experience. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Indicators and reasons for poor medical gas storage and supply system performance are described using typical industry examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The purpose and functioning of scavenging units for air extracted from operating rooms are explained in engineering terms. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Describe different medical gas delivery and control equipment and systems. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Delivery and control configurations should include but is not limited to pipe networks, check valves, mixing, regulation, control and alarm panels, bed-head units and pendant systems. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The components of medical gas delivery and control systems are identified using industry terminology. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Basic working principles of typical medical gas delivery and control systems are described by using scientific principles. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Different medical gas delivery and control system configurations are described with the assistance of freehand drawings. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The advantages and disadvantages of different medical gas delivery and control configurations are explained based on industry case studies and experience. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Indicators and reasons for poor medical gas delivery and control system performance are described using typical industry examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The purpose and importance of network colour coding are explained in terms of patient safety. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Describe different medical gas applications. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Applications should include but is not limited to ventilators, nebulisors, pneumatic tools, utility air, vacuum, medical air, oxygen and anaesthetic gas mixtures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The components used in each medical gas application system are identified using industry terminology. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The basic working principles of each medical gas appliance are described by using scientific principles. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Different medical gas application configurations are described with the assistance of freehand drawings. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The advantages and disadvantages of different medical gas control configurations are explained based on industry case studies and experience. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Indicators and reasons for poor medical gas application performance due to installation shortcomings are described based on using typical industry examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The purpose and importance of single application connectors are explained in terms of patient safety. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An assessor, accredited with a relevant NQF Level 3 or higher qualification, will assess the learner's competency.
  • Only an assessor with considerable first hand experience in gas installations will assess the learner's competency.
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this Qualification must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Direct observation in simulated or actual work conditions is required. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    The qualifying learner understands and is able to:
  • Describe typical medical gas system installation equipment and configurations.
  • Describe different medical gas storage and supply equipment and configurations.
  • Describe different medical gas delivery and control equipment and systems.
  • Describe different medical gas applications. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    The learner is able to identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made by:
  • Describing indicators and reasons for equipment problems and poor performance.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community by:
  • Maintaining sound relations with co-workers and clients.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    The learner is able to organise and manage himself and his activities responsibly and effectively by:
  • Explaining the use of a range of different gas equipment configurations.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information by:
  • Describing indicators and reasons for poor equipment performance.
  • Identifying components.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively by using mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations by:
  • Using industry terminology during activities.
  • Reading and interpreting equipment specifications and configurations based on drawings.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others:
  • Explaining the basic working principles of gas equipment.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by:
  • Recognising that gas system equipment does not exist in isolation.
  • Describing the application of medical gas system equipment.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large by:
  • Understanding the role of medical gas system equipment and the effect it has on the growth and development of the organisation, its customers and employees.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  58950   National Certificate: Gas Installations  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CHIETA 


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